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47950 Idaville, IN — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Idaville, IN (47950)

Government agency data shows 26 natural disaster events for ZIP 47950 in Idaville, IN. These include 13 hailstorms, 5 floods, and 5 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.2M. A total of 4 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Idaville is hailstorms, with 13 recorded events making up 50% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 27, 2019.

🌊 Floods

Idaville has experienced 5 floods on record. Of these, 2 (40%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 10, 2013.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Idaville has experienced 5 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $50K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Mar 31, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Idaville has experienced 2 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $105K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 16, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Idaville has experienced 1 blizzard on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 24, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Idaville was Flash Flood on Jan 8, 2008, which caused $2M in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Mar 11, 2009), causing $1M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Idaville, IN (47950)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 47950 has experienced 26 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (13 events), floods (5 events), tornadoes (5 events), severe wind events (2 events), and blizzard (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 47950?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Idaville, IN, with 13 events documented.

Is ZIP code 47950 (Idaville) prone to flooding?

Yes, Idaville (ZIP 47950) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 10, 2013.

Has Idaville (47950) ever been hit by a tornado?

Idaville has 5 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $50K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Mar 31, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Idaville, IN?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 47950 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jan 8, 2008. This event caused $2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 47950?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.2M in property damage in the Idaville, IN area (ZIP 47950). This figure is based on historical records from FEMA, NOAA Storm Events Database, and USGS, and covers events from the 1950s through the present. Actual damages may be higher, as not all events have complete damage assessments.

Data sourced from FEMA (disaster declarations, NFIP flood claims), NOAA Storm Events Database, USGS Earthquake Hazards Program, and NIFC wildfire records. Historical coverage varies by source, with most records beginning in the 1950s–1970s. Full methodology →

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